Love grooming? Come do what you do best. At Bowie Barker , we believe great groomers deserve great support. If you're an experienced groomer who takes pride in your craft and wants to be part of a team that genuinely appreciates what you do, we want to meet you! Why Groomers Love Bowie Barker Hourly Base Pay

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+ Tips $35-$60/hour Average Same-day no-wait credit card tips Consistent appointment volume and a strong membership base Front Desk support for scheduling and guest communication Clean, modern salons built for groomers and dogs Flexible scheduling and paid time off starting DAY 1! Free grooming for your own dog Employee discounts Quarterly tool reimbursement Paid training and ongoing education Health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) for eligible employees Leadership that respects your craft and supports your success The Grooming Environment We care about the experience just as much as the finished groom. You'll have the tools, products, equipment, and support you need to do your best work in a salon that prioritizes quality, safety, cleanliness, and happy dogs. You'll have the freedom to bring your own expertise and style while working alongside a team that has your back. What You'll Do Provide beautiful, high-quality full-service grooms Complete baths, drying, brushing, haircutting, trimming, nail care, and finishing Create breed-standard and custom styles Work confidently with a variety of breeds, coat types, and temperaments Build relationships with pet parents and provide thoughtful grooming recommendations Keep your station clean, organized, and ready for the next pup Be part of a positive, collaborative salon team What We're Looking For 2+ years of professional in-salon grooming experience reuqired Confidence in completing breed standard cuts such as poodle, schnauzer etc. Can complete haircut services in standard booking times and is timing conscious Grooming School Diploma preferred Strong scissoring and finishing skills Comfortable grooming a variety of breeds and coat types Confident handling dogs of different sizes and temperaments Reliable, professional, and team-oriented Someone who genuinely cares about dogs and takes pride in their work Schedule Full-time and part-time opportunities available We offer flexible scheduling with weekend availability required. Sunday availability is a must. Ready to Bring Your Talent to Bowie Barker? We'd love to see your work. Include photos of your grooms with your application or email your portfolio directly to lbloss@bowiebarker.com with a brief introduction. If you're looking for a salon where your books stay busy, your skills are valued, and you can focus on doing great work , come join the pack! Bowie Barker is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity across our team.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$35.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tools provided Vision insurance Application Question(s): Did you complete a formal dog grooming training or apprenticeship program?

Experience:

In-Salon Dog Grooming:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Dog CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person